Which of the following is an example of kinetic energy?
Options
A
A drawn bow
B
A moving bicycle
C
A book on a shelf
D
A stretched rubber band
Answer & Analysis
Answer
B
Analysis
Kinetic energy is the energy of an object
due to its motion. A moving bicycle is in motion, so, the example of kinetic
energy is a moving bicycle.
Option A
A drawn bow has elastic potential energy.
The bow is deformed (stretched) and stores energy that can be used to propel an
arrow. It is not in motion, so it does not have kinetic energy.
Option C
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